Save the Rain - How to Create a Rain Garden

Rainwater harvesting is the practice of collecting and using rainwater that falls onto your rooftop or other hard surfaces to water your garden, wash your car or even your pets. Since rain is so rare in our region, rainwater harvesting is a great way to reduce demand on our drinking water system.

Rain barrels can be a start to your landscapes transformation from a water guzzling garden to a water efficient landscape. The storage and later use of free rain water contributes both to a beautiful garden and minimizing stormwater runoff. By capturing stormwater on your property you reduce drainage to streets and storm drains, which ultimately drain into local streams and then the ocean.